UK Economy
Anatomy of a Bull Run: Unpacking the FTSE 100’s Best Year in a Decade
A deep dive into the FTSE 100’s stellar 2021, revealing the miners and banks that led the charge and the tech darlings that fell behind.
The £2.3 Billion Question: Is the UK’s Biggest Tech Subsidy a Genius Investment or a Giveaway to the Rich?
The UK’s EIS & VCT schemes cost taxpayers £2.3bn annually. Is this a vital engine for innovation or a poorly monitored subsidy for the wealthy?
Cracks in the Foundation: Why the UK Construction Slump is a Red Flag for the Entire Economy
The UK construction sector is shrinking at its fastest rate since the pandemic, a major red flag for investors and the wider economy. What’s driving the slump?
The £28 Billion Energy Paradox: Why Higher Bills Today Are Fuelling a More Secure UK Economy Tomorrow
A £28bn UK energy grid investment will raise bills short-term but promises long-term economic stability, energy security, and significant investor opportunities.
The Price of Power: Why a £31.4 Billion Grid Upgrade Is a Strategic Investment in the UK’s Future
A £31.4bn UK energy grid upgrade will slightly raise bills but is a crucial investment in economic stability, energy security, and long-term prosperity.
Thames Water’s Profit Paradox: A Fragile Lifeline or a Deeper Dive into Debt?
Thames Water is back in profit, but don’t be fooled. This is a complex story of debt, bill hikes, and a high-stakes regulatory battle.
Thames Water’s Ticking Time Bomb: A Deep Dive into the £18bn Debt Crisis and Its Ripple Effect on the UK Economy
Thames Water is on the brink, with cash until early 2025. A deep dive into its £18bn debt, regulatory battles, and the impact on the UK economy.
Beyond the Picket Line: A Financial Analysis of the UK Doctors’ Strike and Its Economic Shockwaves
A financial analysis of the UK junior doctors’ strike, exploring its deep economic impact on public finance, the stock market, and investor sentiment.
The Clock That Shook the Treasury: Why the OBR Chair’s Resignation is a Wake-Up Call for the Entire Financial World
A simple daylight saving error led to the resignation of the UK’s top fiscal watchdog, exposing deep vulnerabilities in financial governance.
The Billion-Pound Time Glitch: Why a One-Hour Mistake Toppled the UK’s Top Economic Watchdog
A one-hour mix-up over daylight saving time led to a premature budget forecast release, costing the UK’s top economic watchdog his job. Here’s why.
The Watchdog’s Empty Chair: Why a Single Resignation Poses a Systemic Risk to the UK Economy
The OBR head’s resignation creates a high-stakes test for the new UK government, with major implications for economic stability and investor confidence.
The Hidden Tax: How UK Immigration Policy is Stifling Economic Growth and Investor Confidence
Post-Brexit immigration rules create a hidden tax on talent, stifling the UK economy, deterring investment, and impacting key sectors like finance and fintech.